While Riku isnt game-breaking, you get incremental value from Riku each time you cast a modal spell, which adds up in the long run
Well, the evolution of collectibles ultimately benefits both collectors and lenders
The creators of these know that there is no point in altering a $10 card just to make it become illegal in tournament play, and B) Anime alters are generally a lot easier to do than traditional art for those who are inexperienced, considering the lack of detail and features needed for them
The first two abilities clearly synergize, but the third one is where you can really combo out with Esika's Chariot
On the other hand, its the only way Wizards could ever hope to work around the Reserved List and get these cards into the hands of newer players
If the first card enters play already on the nightbound side much trickier to do then the cycle will begin with night, to match up